"Academic Product Manager"

Role type:

Full Time; Fixed term for 24 months

Department:

Melbourne Online

Salary:

UOM 10 - $156,480 p.a. plus 17% super

• Drive online academic innovation, shape future of digital education and lead transformative learning experiences
• Apply now to revolutionise online education and drive academic excellence at a prestigious global university
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity

As the Academic Product Manager at the University of Melbourne's newly created online education business, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital learning. Reporting to the Associate Professor of Academic Product and Student Experience, you'll lead the development and enhancement of cutting-edge online academic products. This role offers you the chance to drive innovation in curriculum design, collaborate with world-class faculty, and leverage learning analytics to create exceptional online learning experiences. You'll be at the forefront of transforming higher education, working with diverse stakeholders to implement the University's vision of leadership in online learning. Join us in revolutionising education and enhancing Melbourne's position as a global leader in higher education.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Academic Product Lifecycle: Oversee end-to-end curriculum design, from course approvals to learning design and continuous improvement.
• Drive Faculty Engagement: Collaborate with senior academics to embed online education best practices and foster innovation in digital learning.
• Enhance Online Pedagogy: Provide expert guidance on online teaching methodologies and leverage learning analytics to improve course performance.
• Manage Stakeholder Relationships: Cultivate strong partnerships with faculty, academic leaders, and university committees to drive strategic initiatives.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced academic product leader with a passion for online education, capable of driving innovation in curriculum design while navigating complex stakeholder relationships in a prestigious university setting.

You may also:

• Have a Master's degree or equivalent in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Possess 3-5 years' experience in academic product management, preferably in education or EdTech.
• Demonstrate strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and develop innovative solutions.
• Excel in project management, capable of executing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Have in-depth knowledge of online pedagogy and instructional design principles.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Office of the Provost

Led by the Provost, the Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for education and community contained in the Advancing Melbourne strategy. The Office of the Provost sits alongside other divisions (Research, International, Strategy & Culture) within Chancellery.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Walid hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 20 January 2026 - 12:05AM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-007071 Academic Product Manager docx.docx